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Citrus unshiu

Family Rutaceae
Plant Type fruit
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 3 - 4.5 m (10 - 15 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 4.5 m (6 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Citrus unshiu (satsuma) bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during late winter to mid spring. This fruit is spreading in form and has medium green foliage that is glossy, medium textured, evergreen and fragrant. The fruit produced by Citrus unshiu (satsuma) is showy and fragrant. The stems are smooth in texture and aromatic. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning fruit which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Container, culinary, fruit, hedge, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics This fruit attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.